Dachstein West
Dachstein West Overview
Dachstein West offers skiing up to 1620 metres and is known for its great views and hospitality. The pistes are wide and snow-sure with a modern lift system, and are especially suited to beginner and intermediate skiers. The resort has a friendly, family atmosphere and plenty of the famous Austrian charm which brings schools back to the country year on year. Skiing in the low mountain ranges offers protection from the wind, while skiers also enjoy an impressive mountain panorama of the higher nearby mountains. There is no shortage to keep your students entertained in the evenings with swimming, ice skating, climbing wall and pizza night. Well recommended for your next school ski trip to Austria.
Dachstein West Après Ski
Dachstein West Resort Facts
Resort facts:
Resort height | 767 m |
Highest lift | 1620 m |
Vertical drop | 870 m |
Total km of piste | 160 km |
Total no of ski runs | 58 |
Blue | 19 |
Red | 36 |
Black | 3 |
Total no of lifts | 21 |
Gondolas/cable cars | 4 |
Chair lifts | 8 |
Drag lifts | 6 |
Magic carpets | 3 |
Longest run | 4 km |
Lift pass covers | Gosau, Russbach, Zwieselalm, Annaberg |
Glacier | No |
Snowboarding facilities | 4 terrain parks including the professional Snowpark Dachstein West |
Snow making | Yes – approx 85% |
Transfer time by coach | 15 hrs |
Medical facilities | Doctor in resort |
Nearest hospital | Hospital in Bad Ischl (35 km) |